TMJ Treatment & Headache Relief

TMJ Treatment in Waco

Headaches are one of the most common symptoms of TMD, or TMJ disorder. If you are experiencing headaches, migraines, or facial pain, visit Dr. Cutbirth in Waco for a TMJ analysis.

How Does TMD Cause Headaches?

The temporomandibular joints connect the jaw to the skull. When these joints undergo stress, TMD can develop, along with painful headaches.

When the joint does not function properly, the muscles of the jaw become stressed. This strain creates tension that radiates through the skull and manifests itself in headaches.

You deserve fast headache relief. Dr. Cutbirth has the skill and knowledge to eliminate your headaches for good.

Recognizing the Symptoms of TMJ Disorder

Pain or soreness in the jaw, especially in the morning or afternoon

Stiffness or pain in the jaw while yawning, biting or chewing

Earache that extends into the face

Soreness or tenderness in the area in front of the ear

A grinding or popping noise when opening your mouth

Teeth that are sensitive

Neck pain and headaches on the side of the head

A burning feeling in the tongue or mouth

Teeth grinding

Locking of the jaw when it’s open or closed, or a limited range of motion in the jaw

TMJ Treatment Options

As is always the case with any dental or medical condition, the first step in treatment is to receive a proper diagnosis from a dentist or doctor. Waco dentist, Dr. Cutbirth, will review your complete medical history, perform a clinical exam and take X-rays in order to confirm that you have some form of TMJ disorder.

After the diagnosis is confirmed, he may recommend one or any combination of the following TMJ treatment methods to give you lasting headache relief:

What Our Patients Say

Dr. Cutbirth is by far the best dentist I have ever visited. Somehow he manages to do his work without causing any discomfort to the patient. He and his staff are very friendly and I feel very “at home” in his office. The work he does is great too! I am very pleased with my experience with him.

2016-05-20T18:09:44+00:00

Dr. Cutbirth is by far the best dentist I have ever visited. Somehow he manages to do his work without causing any discomfort to the patient. He and his staff are very friendly and I feel very “at home” in his office. The work he does is great too! I am very pleased with my experience with him.

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I’ve always been embarrassed by my smile. My parents didn’t have a lot of money when I was growing up, so dental care was not on their priority list. I went to see Dr. Cutbirth and was expecting to be told that it would take years to fix my teeth and that it would also be very painful. Not at all. Dr. Cutbirth patiently went over with me all the points that needed to be addressed and gave me an accurate estimation of how long it would take to handle.

2017-05-02T12:58:22+00:00

I’ve always been embarrassed by my smile. My parents didn’t have a lot of money when I was growing up, so dental care was not on their priority list. I went to see Dr. Cutbirth and was expecting to be told that it would take years to fix my teeth and that it would also be very painful. Not at all. Dr. Cutbirth patiently went over with me all the points that needed to be addressed and gave me an accurate estimation of how long it would take to handle.

https://www.wacosedationdentist.com/blog/testimonials/999/

I was always afraid of going to the dentist. I’ve heard horror stories from friends of mine about their experiences and this has always kept me away. I had a dental emergency one day and so I was forced to visit one. I’m so glad I found Dr. Cutbirth. The care he showed me was exceptional and the professionalism with which he worked was unmistakable…

2017-05-02T13:00:12+00:00

I was always afraid of going to the dentist. I’ve heard horror stories from friends of mine about their experiences and this has always kept me away. I had a dental emergency one day and so I was forced to visit one. I’m so glad I found Dr. Cutbirth. The care he showed me was exceptional and the professionalism with which he worked was unmistakable…

https://www.wacosedationdentist.com/blog/testimonials/1006/

Finding a good dentist is like finding a good mechanic. Once you have one, stick with him! Dr. Cutbirth is that dentist. Very professional staff, friendly service, expert care. I wouldn’t go to or recommend anyone else. I am very satisfied with my service. I would send anyone afraid of going to the dentist to him as he has the lightest touch I’ve ever experienced in dentistry.

2017-05-02T13:00:01+00:00

Finding a good dentist is like finding a good mechanic. Once you have one, stick with him! Dr. Cutbirth is that dentist. Very professional staff, friendly service, expert care. I wouldn’t go to or recommend anyone else. I am very satisfied with my service. I would send anyone afraid of going to the dentist to him as he has the lightest touch I’ve ever experienced in dentistry.

https://www.wacosedationdentist.com/blog/testimonials/1005/

I have had dental problems for most of my life. Lots of cavities and gum problems too. Tried lots of dentists and home remedies but nothing worked in the long-run. I went to see Dr. Cutbirth and he handled it all! He didn’t give me any unrealistic promises… Only a few months later, and my mouth is almost completely fixed! Best experience with a dentist ever!…

2017-05-02T12:59:33+00:00

I have had dental problems for most of my life. Lots of cavities and gum problems too. Tried lots of dentists and home remedies but nothing worked in the long-run. I went to see Dr. Cutbirth and he handled it all! He didn’t give me any unrealistic promises… Only a few months later, and my mouth is almost completely fixed! Best experience with a dentist ever!…

https://www.wacosedationdentist.com/blog/testimonials/1003/

Dental procedures used to scare the living daylights out of me. I’ve cried a few times while having my teeth worked on, and it’s embarrassing! A friend told me about Dr. Cutbirth and how I should give him a try. I reluctantly went and I am SOOOOOOO glad I did! He handled my cavities and I honestly didn’t feel anything. He explained everything each step of the way and I was calm the whole time. Great experience!

2017-05-02T12:58:08+00:00

Dental procedures used to scare the living daylights out of me. I’ve cried a few times while having my teeth worked on, and it’s embarrassing! A friend told me about Dr. Cutbirth and how I should give him a try. I reluctantly went and I am SOOOOOOO glad I did! He handled my cavities and I honestly didn’t feel anything. He explained everything each step of the way and I was calm the whole time. Great experience!

https://www.wacosedationdentist.com/blog/testimonials/998/

I would most definitely recommend Dr. Cutbirth to anyone. The professionalism and care that not only he, but his entire staff have, is phenomenal. No hassles at all. He also has what I like to call the “magic touch.” Never have I had so little discomfort at a dentist. Even the injections didn’t hurt! This guy really knows his business. 5 stars!

2017-05-02T12:59:12+00:00

I would most definitely recommend Dr. Cutbirth to anyone. The professionalism and care that not only he, but his entire staff have, is phenomenal. No hassles at all. He also has what I like to call the “magic touch.” Never have I had so little discomfort at a dentist. Even the injections didn’t hurt! This guy really knows his business. 5 stars!

https://www.wacosedationdentist.com/blog/testimonials/1002/

To anyone afraid of visiting a dentist: Go see Dr. Cutbirth! I was scared of the dentist too. Scared of the pain and discomfort usually involved with dental procedures. Dr. Cutbirth worked on my teeth and I never felt a thing! He even did my root canal! He is like a dental magician because I don’t know how he does it.

2017-05-02T12:58:48+00:00

To anyone afraid of visiting a dentist: Go see Dr. Cutbirth! I was scared of the dentist too. Scared of the pain and discomfort usually involved with dental procedures. Dr. Cutbirth worked on my teeth and I never felt a thing! He even did my root canal! He is like a dental magician because I don’t know how he does it.

https://www.wacosedationdentist.com/blog/testimonials/1000/

I’ll admit that I’m not the most careful person when it comes to oral hygiene, but I do brush and use mouthwash regularly, so I was surprised when I found out I had 3 cavities…I got ready to hear a “sales pitch” about all the different dental treatments I was going to need and how much it was going to cost… But that’s not the kind of dentist that Dr. Cutbirth is. He really wants to help his patients take care of their teeth.

2017-05-02T12:59:00+00:00

I’ll admit that I’m not the most careful person when it comes to oral hygiene, but I do brush and use mouthwash regularly, so I was surprised when I found out I had 3 cavities…I got ready to hear a “sales pitch” about all the different dental treatments I was going to need and how much it was going to cost… But that’s not the kind of dentist that Dr. Cutbirth is. He really wants to help his patients take care of their teeth.

https://www.wacosedationdentist.com/blog/testimonials/1001/

My husband has never really been a person to go to the dentist. He had a bad experience when he was young and never went back. I expected him to come back complaining about the visit and saying that he would never go again. Quite the opposite. He was telling me how I was right, and how it wasn’t bad at all. Thank-you Dr. Cutbirth for giving him such great care!

2017-05-02T12:59:45+00:00

My husband has never really been a person to go to the dentist. He had a bad experience when he was young and never went back. I expected him to come back complaining about the visit and saying that he would never go again. Quite the opposite. He was telling me how I was right, and how it wasn’t bad at all. Thank-you Dr. Cutbirth for giving him such great care!

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Steven T. Cutbirth DDS

Waco dentist Steven T. Cutbirth DDS has built his practice around comprehensive dentistry. This includes exceptional restorative and cosmetic dentistry, TMJ treatment, sleep apnea treatment and general dentistry. He even offers sedation dentistry options such as conscious sedation and IV sedation to patients who prefer it. Visit from the Waco, Texas area including the communities of Woodway, Hewitt, Robinson and China Spring, TX. Call us today!https://www.wacosedationdentist.com

Waco dentist Steven T. Cutbirth DDS has built his practice around comprehensive dentistry. This includes exceptional restorative and cosmetic dentistry, TMJ treatment, sleep apnea treatment and general dentistry. He even offers sedation dentistry options such as conscious sedation and IV sedation to patients who prefer it. His patients come from all around the Waco, Texas area including the communities of Woodway, Hewitt, Robinson and China Spring, TX and zip codes 76708, 76710, and 76712.